4 wheel drive V6 vs. 2 wheel drive V8?
Hi, Folks. I currently tow my 2014 Jayco X17Z TT with a 2002 Nissan Frontier XE 4x4, V6. It does the job, but barely. It really can't get out of it's own way. It's hard on the truck, and it's driv...
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I would stick with the 4X4 to make it to work in the winter.
Consider a 5.4L V8 F-150 to tow the trailer, and ask your insurance agent if you can 'stop' the liability insurance on the truck in the fall, when you will not be towing. Then look for a very used F-150, perhaps 150,000 miles on it, and use that as the 'junker' truck. Just give it minimal insurance in the spring- fall, and don't drive it in the winter. You should be able to find a 96-2000 truck for a very good price.
Good luck!
Fred.
Consider a 5.4L V8 F-150 to tow the trailer, and ask your insurance agent if you can 'stop' the liability insurance on the truck in the fall, when you will not be towing. Then look for a very used F-150, perhaps 150,000 miles on it, and use that as the 'junker' truck. Just give it minimal insurance in the spring- fall, and don't drive it in the winter. You should be able to find a 96-2000 truck for a very good price.
Good luck!
Fred.
